What level of abstract thinking is a child most likely to understand around the age of six?
a. He understands that the moon is closer to earth than the sun, and the moon is thousands of miles away.
b. She understands that she is the youngest person in her family and the oldest in her preschool class.
c. He understands that he is taller than his little brother and will eventually catch up in age with his older brother.
d. She understands that a bouncing ball stops bouncing because gravity pulls it to the earth.
Question 2
Val is 6 years old. He gets too close to the fireplace and burns his hand for the first time. What cognitive response is he likely to make?
a. He is likely to understand the cause of his discomfort.
b. He is likely to be confused, cry, and go to his mother.
c. He is likely to forget what happened and repeat the behavior.
d. He is likely to blame his sibling for the discomfort.
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